Singer Life: My First Laryngeal Scope

One of the perks of my vocal pedagogy course at the Peabody Conservatory has been a free visit to the otolaryngologist's office for an intimate view of my instrument! My entire class went along for the appointment, and due to time constraints, only a lucky few of us were allowed some time in the examination chair. I was very fortunate to be able to get acquainted with my larynx, and to receive a clean bill of health from the physician! Amid the murmur of my classmates' conversations, you'll faintly hear my voice and watch the larynx adjust as I experiment with different sounds:

Watching a larynx in action is mesmerizing to me. No matter how many times I study the anatomy of its structure, it never ceases to amaze me how miraculous its intricate movements and reflexes are, and how incredible it is that such a fragile web of tissues can create such a panoply of sounds and expressions.

It's very helpful to have video of this event. If I ever experience a health problem with my voice, I can take this documentation to my doctor and show them the baseline for what my larynx looks like at its healthiest. This might make any future diagnoses of issues easier, and make treatment more efficient. It all contributes to my overall vocal health, which is so essential for my professional life!